Director of Facilties, Grounds, Safety

West Chicago Elementary School District 33•West Chicago, IL
•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Buildings, Grounds, and Safety is responsible for developing, planning, and implementing the District's facilities, operations, and safety goals and objectives. This position oversees the administration of policies and procedures that ensure the safe, efficient, and cost-effective operation and maintenance of all District buildings and grounds. The Director of Buildings, Grounds, and Safety supervises facilities, custodial, and grounds staff, ensuring that all operations are conducted in compliance with applicable laws, Board policies, and administrative regulations. Additionally, the Director of Buildings, Grounds, and Safety is responsible for maintaining accurate, transparent, and auditable records related to facilities operations, maintenance activities, and regulatory compliance for the District.

Requirements

  • Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in operations and facilities required.
  • Commitment to 5 years in this position

Nice To Haves

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Facilities Management, or a related field preferred
  • Certified Professional Maintenance Manager (CPMM) and/or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
  • Building administrator experience preferred (Principal, Assistant Principal, Dean, etc)
  • Bilingual Spanish Preferred

Responsibilities

  • Developing, planning, and implementing the District's facilities, operations, and safety goals and objectives.
  • Overseeing the administration of policies and procedures that ensure the safe, efficient, and cost-effective operation and maintenance of all District buildings and grounds.
  • Supervising facilities, custodial, and grounds staff.
  • Ensuring that all operations are conducted in compliance with applicable laws, Board policies, and administrative regulations.
  • Maintaining accurate, transparent, and auditable records related to facilities operations, maintenance activities, and regulatory compliance for the District.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance (Board paid 70% PPO and 80% HMO)
  • Free life insurance equal to base salary
  • Retirement plan options
  • Board Paid TRS
  • Paid Time Off- 20 vacation days, 3 personal days, 14 sick days
  • $500 towards professional dues and memberships
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